Blood Pressure Clinic
2026-06-10 10:45 - 11:45 (America/New_York) | Learning Center
Join us at the center, as a Nurse from Visiting Nurse and Hospice of Litchfield County provide free blood pressure readings to members of the community.
No need to register. Drop in for your reading.
Call the center for more information. 860-567-8302.

Live,Learn,Lunch: Nature Therapy
2026-06-10 12:00 - 13:30
Join Certified Forest Therapy Guide Karen Bernartz of Moss & Moon Forest Therapy for an introduction to the practice of Forest Therapy, also known as Forest Bathing (Shinrin-Yoku).
This presentation will explore the benefits of mindful connection with nature, including stress reduction, sensory awareness, relaxation, and attention restoration. Guests will learn what a guided Forest Therapy session looks like, how nature impacts overall wellbeing, and why this practice is becoming an increasingly valued form of wellness support in today’s fast-paced world.
Karen will share beautiful imagery from local forests, discuss the science and philosophy behind Forest Therapy, and offer insight into how slowing down in nature can positively support both mental and physical wellbeing.
A question-and-answer discussion will follow the presentation.

Pre-registration required for lunch headcount.
12:00 Light lunch served
12:30 Presentation
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Culturally Curious Art Lecture Series: The Landscape as Canvas: Earth Art
2026-06-10 15:00 - 16:00 | Atrium
The Landscape as Canvas: Earth Art
The 1960s and 70s witnessed a radical shift as artists like Robert Smithson, Nancy Holt, and Ana Mendieta moved beyond gallery walls to create powerful works directly in nature, using the earth as both canvas and material. Delve into the social and artistic currents that sparked this environmental art revolution and examine the distinctive approaches of influential artists, from the movement’s pioneers to contemporary innovators like Andy Goldsworthy.

About the presenter:
Jane O’Neail is a sought-after speaker, educator, and independent art historian. Jane curates and delivers engaging art appreciation programs through her company Culturally Curious, founded in 2017. Jane holds a master’s in Art History from Boston University and a master’s in Education from Harvard University. Born and raised in NH, she has worked at some of the state’s most esteemed cultural institutions, including the League of New Hampshire Craftsmen, where she served as Executive Director, and the Currier Museum of Art, where she held the role of Senior Educator. Jane has also taught at the college level for more than a decade, most recently at Southern New Hampshire University.
For more information visit: iamculturallycurious.com
Donations welcome at door
* Pre-registration is advised – Click Here to Register

Edible Forest Gardens
2026-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Room
Northwest Conservation District presents:
EDIBLE FOREST GARDENS
Review of permaculture; designing with nature to create a “food forest” that mimics native forest habitats. This presentation is suitable for participants who have not attended “Thinking Beyond the Honeybee” as basic principles of permaculture will be reviewed. A stepwise plan for creating your own forest garden.
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About Presenter: Cynthia Rabinowitz
Soil and wetland science; Environmental horticulture (UConn. 1980)
Landscape Design Certificate (UConn, Bartlett Arboretum, 1988)
Permaculture Design Certificate (2008)
New Haven County Agriculture and Community Resource Development
Agent for UConn. Cooperative Extension System 1980 to 1985,
Owner/operator of The Hidden Garden greenhouses, Bethlehem, CT. 1985-2011
Consulting soil and wetland scientist; currently at Northwest Conservation District 1985-present
Founding Director of CT-NOFA and Bethlehem Land Trust
Interim Adjunct Instructor: Southern Connecticut State University in
Environmental Design; 2013
Adjunct Instructor: University of New Haven in Wetlands Ecology 2015-2017
Guest-lecturer in Permaculture, at The Graduate Institute, Woodbridge, CT.

An Evening of Opera - Norma
2026-06-10 18:00 - 21:00
Norma on our Theater Screen
Doors Open:5:30
Join fellow opera lovers to view and discuss Norma.
Running time is approx. 3 hrs and there will be one short interval when coffee will be available.
* Pre-registration encouraged –Click Here to Register

Adult Trip: New York Botanical Gardens (NYBG) "Flower Power"
2026-06-11 09:00 - 16:00
Channel the spirit of the 60’s at Flower Power, a joyous celebration of the enduring symbolism of flowers as icons of eace and love. This groovy and colorful flower show will spotlight the ways in which hippie culture advanced closer relationships with the natural world. “Come together” to enjoy colorful installations, symbolic art, and botanical beauty.
Outing includes:

Round Trip transportation of a lift equipped bus to/from LCC – Departs 9:00
All-Garden Pass discounted Group Admission
Guided Tour
Box Lunch at the Pine Tree Cafe

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Watercolors Group
2026-06-11 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-18 13:30 - 15:30, 2026-06-25 13:30 - 15:30
* CLASS IS FULL.
This session runs 8 weeks starting from: May 21, 2026 thru Jul. 9, 2026.
Watercolor is the perfect medium to lose oneself, explore color, and serendipitous occurrences, and share experiences.
Instructor: Rose Petruzzi.
Bring what materials you have to class.
Email Rose at rose4444@icloud.com for a list of suggested materials.

Bereavement Circle
2026-06-12 10:00 - 11:30, 2026-06-26 10:00 - 11:30 | Community Room
Finding a Path Forward After the Loss of a Spouse or Partner
Learning how to navigate through the grieving process? This peer support group will help you to understand the uncertainty, vulnerability and trauma associated with such an immeasurable loss. There is help. There is hope. You are not alone in this journey.

Preregistration required/more information: Please contact Doreen at tangohampton@gmail.com.
Together we will hold and point a compass toward comfort

Friday Feast & Dancing Feet - 6/12
2026-06-12 12:00 - 14:00 | Atrium
Enjoy a tasty lunch, wonderful music and lots of dancing!

Friday, Jun 12, 2026
12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Location: Atrium
Cost: $7 at the Door
* Pre-registration REQUIRED BY Wednesday, Jun 10th!
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Monthly Grief Yoga: Jun 15th
2026-06-15 09:00 - 10:15 | Community Room
Grief Yoga
Breath ~ Movement ~ Sound

A space to feel, move and heal.
Whether it’s a loss of a loved one, a pet, a relationship, a job or a part of your own well-being, grief is a path we all travel.

Join us for a 60-75 minute Grief Yoga class where breath, movement and sound gently guide you through the pain toward a place of love and renewal.
Together, we witness our grief.
$25 per class – registration is required.
(no previous yoga experience necessary)
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Classes are led by Ursula Daiber, a 500-hour trained yoga teacher who is certified in Grief Yoga.
Ursula holds monthly Grief Yoga classes in Middletown, Sandy Hook and Litchfield. She also offers two-hour workshops to dive deeper into those places that need to be released. Class sizes are limited with the intent to create a safe environment to allow participants to share.
For more information on monthly Grief Yoga classes, workshops, or private sessions, email: ursuladaiber@aol.com

Strength Training Silver Sneakers
2026-06-15 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-06-22 10:15 - 11:15, 2026-06-29 10:15 - 11:15
Functional Strengthening will improve overall functional capacity and quality of life- improving your ability to perform daily activities such as lifting, carrying, reaching, movement, and everyday tasks.
Come and push, pull, hinge, bend, lunge, squat, rotate and lift with us! We will use dumbbells and resistance bands. Keep those muscles functioning as they were designed to.
Class is covered by Silversneakers and Renew Active insurance but anyone is
welcome to attend this class. If insurance will not be available a donation is welcomed.
The class will be 45 minutes in duration. Wear appropriate clothes for exercise, please.
Instructor
Janice Connor will be instructing the group. Janice has been a Group exercise and a Spin instructor for many years and has taught Silversneakers for over ten years. However, she finds the challenges of compound movements and using dumbbells her favorite. Janice has attended exercise classes for decades as her Mother, Ann, began teaching fitness and movement in the 1950’s in the U.K.

Chair Silver Sneakers
2026-06-15 11:30 - 12:30, 2026-06-22 11:30 - 12:30 | Atrium
Class Description:
60-minute chair exercise after a brief warm-up. You will use hand weights and assistance bands and incorporate moves/stretches’ ideal for those who prefer to sit during a class!
SilverSneakers can help seniors live their best lives.
Participants may experience greater energy, increased strength and improved balance and flexibility.
The benefit is included in 60+ Medicare plans.
This Modified Silver Sneakers class which includes chairs, hand weights, tubing and balls.

Instructor: Janice Connor, Certified Instructor.
Class fee is covered by most Health Plans.
If you are not covered, class is $8.00 pp.
Go to SilverSneakers to check for eligibility.

Mindfulness Meditation
2026-06-15 11:30 - 12:30 | Community Room
Instruction & Practice
Mindfulness Meditation
All levels of experience welcome
3rd Monday of the month
Monday’s: With Mindfulness Meditation Led by Sheila Klapper
$5 at the door / Walk-ins welcome
* Registration appreciated – Walk-ins welcome
Sangha:
A community of friends practicing together to maintain awareness

Mystery Book Club
2026-06-16 16:00 - 17:00 | Learning Center
This is a book group focused on mysteries, for the most part, books that have some international flavor.
Group meets 3rd Tuesday of each month.
Group size is limited to please contact Pat at pad44ct@gmail.com for more information on how to participate.

Duplicate Bridge
2026-06-17 10:00 - 14:00, 2026-06-24 10:00 - 14:00 | Community Room
Cost: $6*
Bring a partner, bring a lunch!
Facilitated by David Bill.

Quilts that Care
2026-06-17 12:30 - 14:00
Quilts that Care is a dynamic group of volunteers that make and donate handmade quilts to cancer patients. These quilts are distributed by the social workers currently at 19 cancer treatment facilities in CT and growing.
You don’t have to be a quilter to join us. We need volunteers to iron, cut and organize fabric. All materials are supplied to us. We have pre-made quilt kits available for those who cannot make the meetings but would like to participate.
Subsequent meetings will be held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesdays of each month.
For more info, please call Deb Van Steenberge at 860-782-1043 or email at quiltsthatcare.deb@gmail.com

Sustainable Garden Management
2026-06-17 17:30 - 19:30 | Community Room
Northwest Conservation District presents:
SUSTAINABLE GARDEN MANAGEMENT

Focuses on vegetable gardens but practices also relate to ornamental gardens.
What “sustainability” means in the garden.
Soil health and the “Soil Food Web”.
Soil testing and plant observations.
Beneficial impacts of sustainable practices, including use of compost.
Water conservation – methods of capture and re-use.
Techniques of soil preparation and soil care.
Pruning garden plants to improve productivity.
Role of beneficial insects and how to promote them.

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About Presenter: Cynthia Rabinowitz
Soil and wetland science; Environmental horticulture (UConn. 1980)
Landscape Design Certificate (UConn, Bartlett Arboretum, 1988)
Permaculture Design Certificate (2008)
New Haven County Agriculture and Community Resource Development
Agent for UConn. Cooperative Extension System 1980 to 1985,
Owner/operator of The Hidden Garden greenhouses, Bethlehem, CT. 1985-2011
Consulting soil and wetland scientist; currently at Northwest Conservation District 1985-present
Founding Director of CT-NOFA and Bethlehem Land Trust
Interim Adjunct Instructor: Southern Connecticut State University in
Environmental Design; 2013
Adjunct Instructor: University of New Haven in Wetlands Ecology 2015-2017
Guest-lecturer in Permaculture, at The Graduate Institute, Woodbridge, CT.

Adult Day Trip: Shoreline
2026-06-18 08:00 - 15:30
Escape to the shoreline for a relaxing adults-only summer day trip to Hammonasset Beach State Park! We’ll start the day bright and early with plenty of time to unwind, explore, and enjoy the Connecticut coast at your own pace. Guests can enjoy convenient pick-up and drop-off access between two scenic beach areas within the park.
At Meigs Point, located on the southeastern tip of the park, discover a beautiful rocky shoreline, nature trails, and possible seal sightings, and the popular Meigs Point Nature Center (free admission includes a touch tank, aquariums, and more). This section of the beach is known for its coarser sand, seashells, and peaceful coastal scenery. Prefer soft sand and classic beach lounging? Head over to West Beach, a wide sandy stretch perfect for swimming, sunbathing, beach walks, and soaking up the summer sunshine. West Beach also offers accessible parking and nearby bathhouses, snack shack and vending machines for added convenience.
After a tranquil morning and early afternoon of beachcombing and relaxation, we’ll head to Lenny & Joe’s Fish Tale (lunch is not included in cost) in Madison to refresh and refuel with delicious seaside favorites. Enjoy the fun outdoor picnic atmosphere featuring counter service, covered pavilions, and a nostalgic carousel that makes for the perfect ending to a carefree summer day at the shore.
Note: Umbrellas, beach chairs, and small coolers are allowed. Space may be limited.
MEET UP AT LCC
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*EARLY END TIME* Table Tennis
2026-06-18 11:15 - 13:00 | Rec Area
*Early end time (1:00PM): Table Tennis this week*

Table Tennis is played weekly on Thursdays. Drop in. New or experienced players welcome! Paddles available.
Cost: Free

Summer Sunset Concert Series - Potter's Field
2026-06-19 18:00 - 20:00
2026 Summer Sunset Free Concert Series
All concerts are 6:00pm- 8:00pm

Potter’s Field
Local favorite performing cover songs & originals with amazing harmony and vocals.

Food Truck: Meraki
BYOB & lawn chairs, blanket
Rain (indoors) or Shine
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Summer Fit : Strength, Cardio, & Stretching
2026-06-23 10:15 - 11:15
Get moving, feel strong, and enjoy an energizing summer with “Summer Fit” led by Instructor Janice Connor! This fun and welcoming class combines strength training, cardio, and stretching to help improve balance, flexibility, endurance, and overall wellness for all fitness levels.
Join us on Tuesdays at 10:15 AM for a motivating workout designed to keep you active and feeling your best all summer long.
Summer Fit is covered by SilverSneakers®, Renew Active®, and Silver&Fit®. Once approved, the class will also be entered into participating program websites. If you do not have coverage, a $2 donation is appreciated.
2026 Summer Schedule:
• June 23
• June 30
• July 7
• July 14 (Rain Cancels)
• July 21
• July 28
• August 4
• August 11
• August 18
• No Class – August 24
• September 1
Come move with us this summer!

ARC Blood Drive
2026-06-24 13:00 - 18:00 | Atrium
* Call 1-800-RED CROSS (1-800-733-2767) for appointment

Day Trip to the Metropolitan Museum of Art
2026-06-25 08:00 - 17:00
Self guided tour including the opportunity to see ~
Raphael: Sublime Poetry Exhibit: the first comprehensive exhibition on Raphael in the United States, bringing together more than 170 of the artist’s greatest masterpieces and rarely seen treasures to illuminate the brilliance of Raphael’s extraordinary creativity.
The son of a painter and poet, Raphael engaged with the foremost writers and thinkers of his age in Rome, displaying a poetic sensibility that captivated his peers and generations that followed. Follow the full breadth of his life and career, from his origins in Urbino to his rise in Florence, where he began to emerge as a peer of Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo, to his final, prolific decade at the papal court in Rome.
For information on the museum and other exhibits: https://www.metmuseum.org/
Cost: $60 pp includes transportation on LCC Bus, admission into the museum.
Limited to 16 and payment reserves seat.
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